The rise of digital media and social networking is not a mystery anymore to the majority of college students. Almost all of us today are part of at least one of these social media networks. Out of the pool of social media applications, one that particularly stands out in the professional industry is LinkedIn. The Platform that was primarily seemed as one exclusively for the professional network has now immense potential for college students as well.
As the users on LinkedIn are increasing exponentially, we have observed that a profile can here even be seen as a pathway into the corporate world. If you are planning to study abroad, connecting on LinkedIn is the best way to start your professional network globally. At HS Global consultants we recommend our students to step into the professional world by building a strong network-based. This read will help you identify how you can optimize your LinkedIn profile as a college student and benefit from the professional networking platform.
Employment Opportunities
One of the primary advantages of connecting on LinkedIn and building your professional profile is that it acts as a doorway into employment opportunities globally. The network does not just allow having professional wall space for your take on the world, but it even acts as a digital CV for employers to visit and acknowledge your profile and recommendations. The Students of HS Global Consultants who are attaining education abroad are currently benefiting by specifying their area of interest in their profile to hunt for part-time jobs in their city. As a student, you are allowed by many countries to work for 20 hours a week which can be the best time to start your professional networking profile.
Easy Job Applications
Apply via LinkedIn has saved much of a hassle of the job application process. The one-click application process would directly forward your LinkedIn Profile to the employer along with a cover letter. This would not only save you from getting plenty of copies for your resume but would even highlight your professional aspect and digital literacy, whereas the Recruiters can easily peruse through your profile and shortlist you for further interview if you match with their job requirements.
Skill Assessments
The platform helps you get a certificate for your skill’s knowledge, a recently introduced feature of LinkedIn allows the users to take the skill assessment test. When you complete the assessment the skills are added to your profile. Knowing you have a certified set of skills, your employer would be more positive about your knowledge.
Initiate Connections
With the best professional networking platform, LinkedIn can help you establish long term professional relationships. Let’s assume as a student you attended some professional seminar or workshop where the trainer was a professional expert. You would positively like to be a part of his connections and learn more from his experience. You can even start connecting with your college friends and university alumnus. Initiating connections, keeping in touch, sharing your professional knowledge will allow you to analyze industry trends and be at the top of the game.
Endorsement and Connections
Another feature of LinkedIn allows your colleagues, professional contacts to endorse your profile and skills. Collecting these endorsements would add backing to your profile. This would highlight your professional attitude to your employers and overall build a positive social image.
Having a Professionals LinkedIn profile can be beneficial for a student who is specifically planning to study abroad and start their career journey. At HS Global Consultants we assist all the students and professionals who are aiming to start their career by acquiring the best education globally. Studying abroad helps you capitalize on the best and advanced educational knowledge along with enhancing your perspective on the world. If you are still not sure which career pathway is ideal for you, we are always a click away.